Continents
The World's Major Landmasses
A continent is one of several very large landmasses. Up to seven regions are commonly regarded as continents. Ordered from largest in area to smallest, these seven regions are: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia. United Cultures operates across all continents through its network of continental head offices, UC Centers, and cultural ambassadors.
Continent Africa includes 54 countries. Home to the most diverse range of cultures and languages on the planet, with thousands of distinct ethnic groups and sub-cultures living across its total area.
Continent Asia includes 50 countries. The largest and most populous continent, home to some of the world's oldest civilisations and an immense diversity of cultures and sub-cultures.
Continent Europe includes 51 countries. A rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and traditions shaped by centuries of history, art, and cross-cultural exchange across its regions.
Continent North America includes 23 countries. A continent of immense cultural diversity — from indigenous nations to the multicultural societies of Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
Continent South America includes 12 countries. Home to rich indigenous cultures, vibrant multicultural cities, and vast natural landscapes from the Amazon to the Andes.
Continent Australia includes 14 countries. From the Aboriginal cultures of Australia to the Pacific Island nations — a region with some of the world's oldest continuous cultural traditions.
The Seventh Continent
Antarctica is the only continent with no permanent human habitation. There are, however, permanent human settlements where scientists and support staff live and work across various research stations. While not home to cultures in the traditional sense, Antarctica represents humanity's shared commitment to scientific research and international cooperation.
